Baguio City, Philippines — As
water security continues to challenge communities across the Philippines, SM
City Baguio is showing how innovation and sustainability can flow together.
Through its rainwater treatment
facility, the mall treats rainwater to convert into potable water, helping
secure tomorrow’s water supply for its operations.
Nestled in the highlands,
SM City Baguio showcases how natural abundance can be harnessed sustainably
through its rainwater treatment facility.
Baguio City experiences frequent rainfall but
limited water resources. Water supply from the Baguio Water District is
rationed, with some neighborhoods receiving water only twice a week, which they
use to fill up their water tanks. When this runs out, residents depend on
deliveries from private water companies.
SM City Baguio’s pioneering system captures,
treats, and stores rainwater to potable standards, producing up to 150 cubic
meters of safe drinking water per day, with the capacity to double production
to 300 cubic meters daily.
Through advanced
filtration and treatment systems, SM City Baguio converts collected rainwater
into potable-grade water, setting a new benchmark for sustainability in
commercial developments
The innovative system
supports mall operations and contributes to SM Prime’s Water for Tomorrow
campaign, demonstrating responsible and efficient water use.
This initiative reduces reliance on local water
utilities while ensuring the mall can continue serving millions of visitors
responsibly. More importantly, it demonstrates how rainwater, when managed
smartly, can be harnessed to address urban water scarcity.
“We’ve always valued innovation and creativity
in the malls – we take it a step further now to where it truly matters. SM City
Baguio’s rainwater treatment facility shows how the right innovation can secure
tomorrow’s water,” said SM Supermalls President Steven Tan.
Championing Water for Tomorrow
SM Prime’s Water for Tomorrow
campaign advocates efficiency, innovation, resilience, and awareness in water
resilience, and promotes the wider sustainability campaign of the SM Green
Movement. Beyond Baguio, SM Prime’s water initiatives span the installation
of advanced treatment facilities, recycling systems, and community engagement
programs.
In 2024, SM Prime recorded a 26.23% increase in
recycled water volume, rising from 4.42 million cubic meters in 2023 to 5.59
million cubic meters.
The SM Green Movement’s Water for Tomorrow
campaign continues to demonstrate how everyday innovation can ensure a
sustainable tomorrow—for businesses, communities, and the planet.
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About SM Green Movement:
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) is one of
the largest integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, committed to
creating sustainable, innovative, and inclusive spaces for Filipinos. Guided by
its vision of building a better future, SM Prime develops malls, residences,
offices, hotels, and leisure properties that support the growth of communities
across the Philippines.
Through the SM
Green Movement, SM Prime champions sustainability by focusing on waste
management, water stewardship, and energy efficiency for lasting impact. The
movement empowers individuals, families, and communities to take part in simple
acts that create shared prosperity for generations to come.
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